Ghana Gas Targets 2027 Start For 278km Takoradi–Tema Pipeline

Ghana Gas, the national gas company, aims to commence the construction of a 278-kilometre pipeline from Takoradi to Tema by the first quarter of 2027, pending necessary government approvals and procurement completion. The pipeline is expected to boost gas transportation from Ghana's western region to the eastern part, lessen dependence on the West Africa Gas Pipeline, and boost gas supply to industries.

Richard Ernest Kirk, Head of Corporate Affairs at Ghana Gas, revealed that the pipeline would cross through the Western, Central, Eastern, and Greater Accra regions, with designated offtake facilities enabling nearby industries to link to gas supplies. Procurement processes are underway, with the company targeting completion by the end of 2026, preceding the scheduled construction start in early 2027.

Kirk emphasized that construction cannot commence without securing approvals from the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Energy. While a proposed route has been identified, technical assessments might necessitate modifications to the alignment. Upon finalising the route and obtaining the required approvals, Ghana Gas intends to engage affected communities extensively before beginning construction.

Kirk also noted that procurement for the company's third compressor station is nearing completion, with a contract and vendor announcement expected soon. The compressor station, alongside the proposed Takoradi–Tema pipeline, contributes to Ghana Gas's objective of enhancing its gas transportation capacity and improving supply reliability for industrial consumers and other offtakers.